Citrus Fruit Placemat

A set of four juicy citrus fruit placemats: a lemon, an orange, a lime and a grapefruit. The placemats are worked in the round with front post stitches. This project is most suitable for an intermediate crocheter or an adventurous beginner. This pattern includes easy to follow written instructions, photos for all steps, and a video for the first 9 rounds.

Size: 30 cm / 12” round.

Yarn: Scheepjes Cahlista, medium weight #4 yarn (100% cotton, 85 m (93 yds)/50 g (1.8 oz))

Hook and Notions: 5 mm (US Size H/8) crochet hook, stitch marker, yarn needle.

Gauge: 5 rounds in pattern = 8 cm / 3.25”.

Techniques used (US terminology): chain, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, puff stitches, front post stitches, working in a back loop only.